<p dir="ltr">Show notes:</p> <p dir="ltr">(0:00) Intro</p> <p dir="ltr">(1:35) Dr. Perez's journey into foot biomechanics</p> <p dir="ltr">(3:45) What is gait and why it matters</p> <p dir="ltr">(4:02) Common foot-related issues and their impact on overall health</p> <p dir="ltr">(7:13) The impact of footwear on foot health</p> <p dir="ltr">(14:58) Transitioning to minimalist shoes safely</p> <p dir="ltr">(21:37) Strengthening exercises for foot health</p> <p dir="ltr">(31:19) Addressing bunions and plantar fasciitis</p> <p dir="ltr">(40:45) The importance of barefoot walking and graded exposure</p> <p dir="ltr">(44:29) Where to find more resources from Dr. Perez</p> <p dir="ltr">(45:26) Outro</p> <p><strong><br> <br></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Who is Dr. Jen Perez?</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Dr. Jen Perez is co-founder and vice president of Gait Happens and co-owner of Kinetic Chiropractic in Lafayette, CO. As both an educator and a clinician, her mission to empower as many people as possible to take charge of their lower body health so they can get back to doing what they love. Dr. Perez holds a BS in Kinesiology-Sports Medicine and a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. She’s taught courses to healthcare practitioners both nationally and internationally and she works with clients virtually across the globe.</p> <p><strong><br> <br></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Connect with Dr. Jen Perez:</p> <p dir="ltr">Website: <a href="https://gaithappens.com/">https://gaithappens.com/</a></p> <p dir="ltr">IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thegaitdoctor/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/thegaitdoctor/?hl=en</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><br> <br></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Links and Resources:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://buypeakperformance.com/">Peak Performance Life</a></p> <p>Peak Performance <a href="https://www.facebook.com/livepeakperformance/">on Facebook</a></p> <p>Peak Performance <a href="https://www.instagram.com/livepeakperformance">on Instagram</a></p>